Herbs & Oils

This article examines “eye of newt,” a folk term for mustard seed historically associated with European witchcraft traditions, and explores its various applications within contemporary magical practice. The author presents multiple ritualistic uses for this ingredient, including workings for problem reduction, protection, habit transformation, interpersonal harmony, and mindful communication, drawing connections between the seed’s physical properties and its symbolic correspondences.

This article provides an overview of mugwort (*Artemisia vulgaris*) as a botanical ingredient in contemporary witchcraft practices, tracing its historical use from European medieval folk magic to modern applications.

This article presents an introductory guide to nine plants and herbs considered foundational within green witchcraft practice, including oak, moss, lavender, ferns, mint, mugwort, willow, and aloe. The author explores each plant’s attributed spiritual properties and suggests practical applications for ritual work, meditation, dream practices, and emotional wellbeing.

This article explores the historical and contemporary spiritual applications of myrrh resin within modern witchcraft practice. Drawing on experiential knowledge and belief-based traditions, the author presents nine ritualistic uses for myrrh, including its incorporation into baby blessings, exorcism rites, funerary ceremonies, Winter Solstice observances, and devotional practices honoring the goddess Isis.